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Uncover stats for all videos and publish smarter with the vidIQ Extension

Create Smarter. Rank Higher. Get More Views on Every Video.

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Use vidIQ’s Extension to find the secrets behind successful videos

Rank

The vidIQ Score helps judge the likelihood of a video being promoted in Related Videos, Search, and Recommended Videos.

Discover

Success on YouTube is about more than just views — Vision keeps you focused on the metrics that matter.

Optimize

Use what you learn to drive better decision making for your own content.

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YouTube Analytics Dashboard

Set up every upload for success

Instant Optimization Suggestions

Get AI-powered titles, descriptions, tags, and thumbnail recommendations directly in the YouTube upload flow—no switching tabs or guessing required.

Best Time to Post

Publish with confidence using personalized posting time recommendations based on real viewer behavior and performance data.

Video Performance Score

See your video's optimization score in real-time, with specific tips to boost discoverability and drive more views.

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"vidIQ helps me in many ways. One is their Video Boost which finds the most relevant keywords."

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Chad Wild Clay

14M Subscribers • 7B Views

"vidIQ has an awesome suite of services. I recommend all of my companies use it for YouTube."

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Mark Cuban

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Think Media

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"vidIQ has helped me beat the YouTube game and discover MILLIONS of untapped views."

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The Spiffing Brit

8M Subscribers • 833M Views

"vidIQ's daily ideas is where I find inspiration for my next hit video."

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SB737

4M Subscribers • 1B Views

"vidIQ's extension and keyword research tools have helped me discover new opportunities on YouTube."

Ali Abdaal

Ali Abdaal

5M Subscribers • 420M Views

"vidIQ helps me in many ways. One is their Video Boost which finds the most relevant keywords."

Chad Wild Clay

Chad Wild Clay

14M Subscribers • 7B Views

"vidIQ has an awesome suite of services. I recommend all of my companies use it for YouTube."

Mark Cuban

Mark Cuban

Entrepreneur • vidIQ Investor

"We use vidIQ every day to manage keywords, audit video performance, and research."

Think Media

Think Media

3M Subscribers • 340M Views

"vidIQ has helped me beat the YouTube game and discover MILLIONS of untapped views."

The Spiffing Brit

The Spiffing Brit

8M Subscribers • 833M Views

"vidIQ's daily ideas is where I find inspiration for my next hit video."

SB737

SB737

4M Subscribers • 1B Views

"vidIQ's extension and keyword research tools have helped me discover new opportunities on YouTube."

Ali Abdaal

Ali Abdaal

5M Subscribers • 420M Views
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the vidIQ extension?

VidIQ is a browser extension that enhances your YouTube experience by providing advanced analytics, SEO tools, tag suggestions, and insights to help grow your channel. It's designed for creators who want to optimize content and better understand their audience.

How do I install the vidIQ extension?

To install vidIQ, go to the Chrome Web Store, search for 'VidIQ Vision', and click 'Add to Chrome'. Follow the instructions to complete the setup. Once installed, it will automatically work when you visit YouTube.

How does vidIQ work on YouTube?

Once installed, vidIQ integrates directly with YouTube. You'll see additional data like video performance metrics, keyword suggestions, SEO scores, and competitor insights right on video pages and in your dashboard.

Can I remove the vidIQ extension later?

Yes, you can remove vidIQ at any time. In Chrome, click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner, go to 'More tools' > 'Extensions', find vidIQ, then click 'Remove' and confirm.

Is the vidIQ extension free?

VidIQ offers a free version with essential tools, as well as paid plans that unlock advanced features like competitor tracking, trend alerts, and in-depth analytics.

Do I need to have my own YouTube channel to use this extension?

No, you don't need to have your own YouTube channel to use the vidIQ extension. Anyone can install and use the basic features while browsing YouTube to gain insights into videos. However, to get the most value from the advanced channel analytics, keyword research tools, and optimization features, having your own YouTube channel is recommended as many features are designed specifically for content creators.